OLD-TIME CORNCOB JELLY

Old-time Corncob Jelly image

Provided by Bridget Harrison

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 dozen corncobs
2 qt water
1 3/4 oz package powdered fruit pectin
3 c sugar
5-6 pint canning jars and lids sterilized

Steps:

1. In a large stockpot over high heat, combine corncobs and water.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 35-40 min
3. Discard cobs, strain liquid through a cheese cloth lined colander.
4. Measure 3 cups of liquid into a large saucepan adding water if needed to equal 3 cups.
5. Gradually dissolve pectin into liquid bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
6. Add sugar all at once stirring to dissolve. Return to a rolling boil, boil for 5 min stirring constantly.
7. Remove from heat skim foam. Ladle into hot sterilized jars leaving 1/4 headspace. Wipe rims secure with lids and rings.
8. Process in boiling water bath for 10 mins. Set jars on towel to cool, check for seals